Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add pasta. Cook until al dente adding broccoli for the last 4 minutes of cook time. Drain very well and set aside.

Step 3

While pasta is boiling, cook onion and garlic in butter over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Combine broth, cream, cornstarch, and basil. Add to the onions in the saucepan and mix well. Bring to a simmer over medium heat while whisking until it comes to a boil and thickens.

Step 5

Once thickened, remove from the heat and stir in ham, 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Step 6

Combine the pasta, broccoli, and ham and spread into the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese and bake 20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.